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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,660

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,765

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Base Price $28,600 $27,490
Base Invoice $27,027 $25,606
3.6L V6 1,600  
4.6L V8   1,310
Adrenaline Package   2,995
Electronics Package   545
Sunroof   850
Remote start   385
Satellite radio   195
Floor mats   65
3.6L V6 1,512  
4.6L V8   1,192
Adrenaline Package   2,756
Electronics Package   463
Sunroof   723
Remote start   326
Satellite radio   166
Floor mats   47
Options (change) 1,600 6,345
Options (change) 1,512 5,673
Destination 760 785
Total Price $30,960 $34,620
Total Invoice $29,299 $32,064

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,375
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,501
Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Engine252hp V6292hp V8
TransmissionT6A6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG13/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/65-18
Total Price$30,960$34,620
Adjustments for Features0-285
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$34,335
Total Invoice$29,299$32,064
Adjustments for Features0-264
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$31,800

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automatic $1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power sliding rear window $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Full-size spare tire $225
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Class II trailer hitch $200
Storage compartment(s) in bed $100
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Rear defrost$200 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Running boards $350
Infotainment 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors$25 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$3,315$3,600
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$285
Value of Feature Adjustments0-264

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Wheelbase112.3 in130.5 in
Length191.8 in210.2 in
Width70.3 in73.7 in
Height57.1 in72.5 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.4,618 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in36.9 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft30.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adrenaline Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Running boards350No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested127576%
Total Not Requested40024%
Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested20062%
Total Not Requested12538%

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